Sermons on richard turner: showing 736-750 of 7,204

From An Evil-Doer To An Evangelist

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 18, 2012

The demonic filled Gentile who became a fire-filled Evangelist for God

Mark 5:1-20 So they arrived at the other side of the lake, in the region of the Gerasenes. When Jesus climbed out of the boat, a man possessed by an evil spirit came out from a cemetery to meet him. This man lived among the burial caves and could no longer be restrained, even with a chain. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

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The Protecting Helmet Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 13, 2015

This sermon talks about the helmet of salvation, Satan's tactics for our mind, and what salvation is.

So far, we have studied the breastplate of righteousness that insures that we are in right standing with God. This piece of armor protects us from the accusations of Satan of being apart from God. We looked at the shoes of peace that gives us a firm foundation. This piece of armor protects us from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

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Six Thanks-Blessings

Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 19, 2015

God's Word says to thank him for being a slave, being miserable, being dead, being smelly,being loving, and being sensible. Some of these you don't really think about.

I hope everyone is ready for Thanksgiving this Thursday. I will be deep-fat frying one of the 45 million turkeys that have given their life for this wonderful holiday. One thing I am thankful for is that I can get mine from the frozen food section at the grocery store. I would hate to have to hunt ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

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Fully Battle Ready Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 28, 2015

We have available to us two powerful weapons of offense. This ermos discusses the Word of God and prayer.

Over the past few weeks, we have been looking at the armor worn by a Roman soldier. We have looked in great detail at the helmet, the body armor, the belt, the shoes, and the shield. We have compared the helmet to the knowledge of our salvation. The body armor to the righteousness given to us by ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17-18

Denomination: Foursquare

Repentance - The Reason For The Season

Contributed by Larry Turner on Dec 3, 2015

It Wwas not the shepherds, the wisemen, or the religious teachers that proclaimed the reason Jesus was born. It was John the Baptist

Well. It’s Christmas season again. Wal-Mart is filled with Christmas decorations. Christmas events are happening all over. Christmas specials fill up the TV schedule. I checked my DVR and there are at least 5 or 6 Christmas shows recorded. Of course, “Charlie Brown’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:2-12

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The Right-Handed God

Contributed by Larry Turner on Dec 16, 2015

God promises to hold us and protect us with his right hand as a loving Father.

How many of you are right-handed? You are among the group of 85 to 90% who are. Have you ever wondered why? Scientist has pondered this question for centuries. Most agree that it was evolutional in nature. They believe that as man developed the right side of the brain began to develop the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:13

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Our Obligation

Contributed by Larry Turner on Dec 30, 2015

Paul made it clear in the Book of Romans that we have certain obligations.

Why are you here this morning? 60% of those who live in this country are not here. They have good reason. So many things are competing for their time. They are on the run on Saturdays with kid’s sports and family matters. They have to have some time to sleep in and Sunday’s the only day ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:11-15

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In The Beginning Was Adam Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 8, 2016

99% of human DNA is shared by everyone. It is the 1% that makes us unique. Having 99% of the same DNA stongly suggests a common ancestor. That one common ancestor is Adam.

There seems to be a great interest in genealogy these days. People wonder where their roots began. It is said that THE LONGEST FAMILY TREE IN THE WORLD IS THAT OF THE CHINESE PHILOSOPHER AND EDUCATOR CONFUCIUS. THE TREE SPANS MORE THAN 80 GENERATIONS, AND INCLUDES MORE THAN 2 MILLION MEMBERS. My ...read more

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The Real Nowhere Man. Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 16, 2016

Enoch walked with God and disappeared. For those around him, he was nowhere to be found. This teaching discovers how he became the "nowhere" man.

A boat docked in a tiny New England village. An American businessman complimented the fisherman on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took him to catch them. "Not very long," answered the fisherman. "Well, then, why didn't you stay out longer and catch more?" asked the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:21-24

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Noah; The Man Of Favor Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 22, 2016

Noah lived in a wicked world but he was favored by God. This sermon centers on how to be an influence on others.

Hillary and Bill Clinton decided to go for a drive one weekend to see the beautiful countryside and take a break from politics. After a while, they needed to stop for gas. They pulled into a tiny gas station, and out walked a man to help them. Hillary looked up and screamed at the top of her ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-10

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Blocking The Road Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 18, 2015

Satan seeks a road into our minds to decieve us and destroy us. This sermon deals with blocking that road.

It was an uneventful day. It had been 50 days since Passover. The streets of Jerusalem were busy with people rushing around preparing for yet another festival, all except for a few who were gathered in an upper room at the Temple. They were called people of The Way because they had followed a man ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11

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Goliath? - No Problem Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 25, 2015

Satan wants to convince us our problems are greater than they are. However, like David, we need to rush Satan and not cower.

. I want to start this morning on a light note. Translations from English to a native tongue can be especially difficult. Here are a few examples. Sign in a Tokyo hotel: Is forbitten to steal hotel toweles please. If you are not person to do such thing is please not to read this notice. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

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Are You Mma Read? Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 1, 2015

In spiritual warfare there are no rules, no rounds, no countouts, no one to stop the fight. Whoever fights the hardest, the meanest, and lasts the longest will win. There is no draw. You either win the battle or lose the battle.

This week I caught a glimpse of the MMA. Has anyone seen these matches? They are brutal. They take place in a cage where two opponents fight three to five rounds. Every round is 5 minutes in duration with one-minute rest period in-between rounds. Non-title matches must not exceed three rounds. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:24-31

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Tighten Up Your Belt Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 8, 2015

Of all the metal armor pieces as described by Paul, he begins with a belt made of leather. The reason is because it's the most important part of the armor. Without it, the armor falls apart.

As you may recall when Paul wrote Ephesians, he was in prison in Rome. He had been arrested after the fire that almost destroyed the city. Nero blamed the fire on the Christians. Paul, being one the most influential leaders, was handcuffed constantly to a Roman guard. As Paul analyzed the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14-18

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Let It Shine Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 16, 2015

The body armor of God's righteousness is both a offensive and defensive weapon. This sermon points out the benefits of both.

In 2003, a class action lawsuit was filed against Second Chance Body Armor. Second Chance manufactures bulletproof vests for police officers and security personnel. Hundreds of police departments throughout the country use their products. Apparently, several police officers had been killed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Foursquare